Vowing to slaughter an animal during the month of Rajab

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A: It is Makruh (disliked) to make a vow to single out Rajab or some days of it for Sawm or offering sacrificial animals. This was a practice of Jahiliyyah (pre-Islamic time of ignorance). Accordingly, the questioner must offer Kaffarah (expiation) for breaking her oath regarding slaughter and Sawm. (Part No. 23; Page No. 220) The Kaffarah is emancipating a believing slave, or feeding ten needy persons, giving each of them half a Sa‘ (1 Sa‘ = 3 kg. Approx.) of staple food, or providing them with clothing. If none of these is affordable, she must observe Sawm for three days.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.